Raleigh USA Bicycle Company 2001 Retro NX7

Price Paid:  $200.00 at Carbondale Cycle

Favorite Ride:
rails to trails

Bike Setup:
I had them install a $20 mountain bike front brake. Makes a world of difference.

Summary:
After considerable research on a fendered/fat seat/upright bars/fat tires/just like my Western Flyer when I was 12 bike, I settled on the Raleigh. The trick was to find one. Seems that they are sold out for 2002 and the factory has dropped the nexus 7 for 2003. If America knew how good this bike is, there would be a 2 year waiting list. We should all clamor to the factory to bring it back.The low price I paid was because it was a carrier -damaged 2001 on which they had to install a new fork.

Strengths:
Gears-gears-gears. Smooth shifting PLANETARY gearset within the rear hub.
Fat, comfortable seat. Good seating position. Beautiful. Attracts attention wherever it sits.

Weaknesses:
No built in cooler.
I see no weaknesses

Similar Products Used:
I left the mountain bike route in favor of something more comfortable.

Price Paid:  $350.00 at dj cycles

Favorite Ride:
TREK 820

Bike Setup:
Nexus 7 speeds, alloy wheels, wide "springy " seat, shimano coaster brake, boardwalk grey color

Summary:
If your looking for a beach cruiser, don't pass up looking at this bicycle. I am very glad to have purchased it, and would recommend this bike to anyone. This is the first bike I am worried might actually get stolen.

Strengths:
FUN !! Nexus shifting is matinence free. Coaster brake works well for a 250lb. guy. Looks great, ride is amazing, like a Caddie on 2 wheels.

Weaknesses:
just weight, but if you want a beach cruiser it goes with the territory. Some people may not like a coaster brake

Similar Products Used:
Less expense rental bikes as beach cruisers